The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) has opened the Stray Vacancy Round of UGMAC 2026 — the final chance for medical aspirants to secure an MBBS or BDS seat in the state this year. Registration and choice filling began on 19 October 2026 and will close on 21 October at 11:59 PM. This round fills seats that remained empty after the main and supplementary counselling phases. If you did not get a seat earlier or chose not to join an allotted college, this is your last opportunity to apply for a medical or dental course in Bihar.
Register immediately at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in by 21 October 2026 (11:59 PM) to compete for unfilled MBBS and BDS seats in Bihar; this is the final admission round for 2026.
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Unlock My College ListWhat is the Stray Vacancy Round and who should apply?
The Stray Vacancy Round is the last phase of UGMAC 2026 counselling. It exists to fill seats — in MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS and BUMS programmes — that were not taken up by candidates in earlier rounds. These may be seats that were offered but rejected, or positions that remained unallocated after the main and supplementary phases concluded.
You are eligible to apply if you hold a valid NEET UG 2026 scorecard, meet UGMAC eligibility criteria, and fall into one of these categories: you were registered with BCECEB but did not receive a seat in previous rounds; you were allotted a seat but chose not to join; or you are a fresh candidate (if the official notice permits). You must also have Bihar domicile proof as required by the board.
- Candidates who remained unallotted after main and supplementary rounds
- Candidates who were allotted but did not report to the college
- Candidates with valid NEET UG 2026 scorecard and Bihar domicile
- Fresh candidates (subject to board rules and official notice)
Critical dates: when to register, fill choices, and report
The timeline for the Stray Round is compressed. Registration and choice filling open today (19 October) and close on 21 October at 11:59 PM. The fee payment window also closes on 21 October at 11:59 PM. Rank cards will be published on 22 October, and you must lock your college and course choices by 22 October at 11:59 PM. Provisional seat allotment results will be announced on 24 October.
Document verification and admission reporting happen on 25–26 October. This means you have less than three days to register, pay fees, and finalize your choices. Plan ahead: gather all required documents and arrange payment before you begin the registration process.
- 19 October 2026: Registration, choice filling, and fee payment window opens
- 21 October 2026 (10:00 PM): Last date for online registration
- 21 October 2026 (11:59 PM): Last date for fee payment and choice editing
- 22 October 2026: Rank card publication
- 22 October 2026 (11:59 PM): Last date to lock choices
- 24 October 2026: Provisional seat allotment result published
- 24–26 October 2026: Download allotment order
- 25–26 October 2026: Document verification and admission at college
How to register: step-by-step process
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Registration is entirely online through the BCECEB portal at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in. You will log in using your UGMAC user ID and password (the same credentials you used for earlier rounds). The process involves filling an online application form, paying the counselling fee and refundable security deposit, and then selecting and locking your college and course preferences.
Before you start, ensure you have scanned copies of all required documents ready for upload, and that you have arranged payment via debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI. Download and print your confirmation page after completing registration — keep this for your records and for reporting to the college.
- Visit bceceboard.bihar.gov.in and locate the UGMAC 2026 Stray Vacancy Round registration link
- Log in using your UGMAC user ID and password
- Fill the online application form carefully and verify all details
- Pay the counselling fee and refundable security deposit online
- Complete choice filling for colleges and courses
- Lock your choices before the deadline
- Download and print the confirmation page
Fee structure: what you will pay
The counselling fee and security deposit vary by category and college type. For government medical colleges, the counselling fee is ₹1,200 for General/OBC candidates and ₹600 for SC/ST/PwD candidates. For private colleges, all candidates pay ₹1,200. The security deposit is refundable and depends on the college sector: ₹10,000 for government medical colleges (₹5,000 for SC/ST/PwD), ₹2,00,000 for private medical colleges, and ₹50,000 for private dental colleges.
The security deposit is returned after the counselling process ends, provided you either join an allotted seat or do not receive any allotment. Keep proof of payment for your records. Plan your finances accordingly, as you must pay both the non-refundable counselling fee and the refundable deposit upfront during registration.
- Counselling fee (Government College): ₹1,200 (General/OBC), ₹600 (SC/ST/PwD)
- Counselling fee (Private College): ₹1,200 (all categories)
- Security deposit (Government Medical): ₹10,000 (General/OBC), ₹5,000 (SC/ST/PwD)
- Security deposit (Private Medical): ₹2,00,000 (all categories)
- Security deposit (Private Dental): ₹50,000 (all categories)
- Security deposit is refundable after counselling ends
Documents you must have ready for verification
Prepare scanned copies of all key documents before you register. These will be uploaded during the online process. Original documents will be verified when you report to your allotted college. Missing or incomplete documentation can delay or jeopardize your admission, so double-check everything.
Essential documents include your NEET UG 2026 admit card and scorecard, Class 10 and Class 12 marksheets and certificates, a Bihar domicile certificate issued by the competent authority, and your Aadhaar card. If you belong to a reserved category (SC, ST, OBC, or EBC), bring the relevant category certificate. If you are a person with disability (PwD), bring your PwD certificate. Also have a recent passport-size photograph ready.
- NEET UG 2026 admit card and scorecard
- Class 10 and Class 12 marksheets and certificates
- Bihar domicile certificate (issued by competent authority)
- Category certificate (SC, ST, OBC, or EBC, if applicable)
- PwD certificate (if applicable)
- Aadhaar card
- Recent passport-size photograph
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Why this is your final chance and what happens if you miss it
The Stray Vacancy Round is the last admission phase under UGMAC 2026. Any seats that remain unfilled after this round will stay vacant for the academic session — they will not be carried forward or reopened. If you do not register and secure a seat now, you will not have another opportunity to join a state medical or dental college in Bihar for 2026.
This is particularly important if you were unallotted in earlier rounds or if you were allotted but did not join. Skipping this round means losing your shot at a medical seat in the state for this cycle. The window is short and the stakes are high, so treat this as urgent.
- Stray Round is the final admission phase for UGMAC 2026
- Unfilled seats after this round will remain vacant for the session
- No further rounds or reopening of seats will occur
- Missing the deadline means no state medical seat for 2026
Checking the seat matrix and making informed choices
The seat matrix — showing the number of available seats in each college, course, and category — was posted on 18 October 2026 on the BCECEB website. Before you register, visit bceceboard.bihar.gov.in and review the seat matrix carefully. This will help you understand which colleges have vacancies and in which courses, so you can make informed choices during the choice-filling stage.
When filling your choices, rank colleges and courses in order of your preference. Remember that seat allotment is based on your NEET rank, category, and the choices you submit. Lock your choices only after you are certain of your preferences — you cannot change them after the deadline.
- Seat matrix posted on 18 October 2026 at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in
- Shows available seats by college, course, and category
- Review before registering to plan your choices
- Rank colleges and courses in order of preference during choice filling
- Lock choices only when certain — no changes allowed after deadline
What to do after you receive your allotment
Once the provisional seat allotment result is published on 24 October, download your allotment order from the portal (24–26 October). Check which college and course you have been allotted. Then, on 25–26 October, report to your allotted college with all original documents for verification and admission. Bring your confirmation page, NEET scorecard, domicile certificate, category certificate (if applicable), and all other required originals.
Arrive on time and complete the document verification process. Once verified, you will be formally admitted to the college. If you do not report within the specified dates, your seat may be cancelled and offered to the next candidate on the merit list.
- Download provisional allotment order on 24–26 October from the portal
- Check your allotted college and course
- Report to the college on 25–26 October with original documents
- Complete document verification and admission formalities
- Failure to report on time may result in seat cancellation
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See My CollegesFrequently asked questions
When does Bihar UGMAC 2026 Stray Round registration close?
Online registration closes on 21 October 2026 at 10:00 PM. Fee payment and choice editing close at 11:59 PM on the same day. You must complete all steps — registration, fee payment, and choice locking — within these windows.
Who is eligible to apply for the Stray Vacancy Round?
You are eligible if you have a valid NEET UG 2026 scorecard, meet UGMAC eligibility criteria, and fall into one of these categories: you were registered but did not get a seat in earlier rounds; you were allotted but did not join; or you are a fresh candidate (if permitted by the official notice). You must also have Bihar domicile proof.
What is the counselling fee and security deposit for the Stray Round?
The counselling fee is ₹1,200 for General/OBC candidates at government colleges and ₹600 for SC/ST/PwD candidates. For private colleges, all candidates pay ₹1,200. The security deposit ranges from ₹5,000–₹2,00,000 depending on the college type and category. The security deposit is refundable after counselling ends.
How do I register for the Stray Round?
Visit bceceboard.bihar.gov.in, log in with your UGMAC user ID and password, fill the online application form, pay the counselling fee and security deposit, complete choice filling for colleges and courses, and lock your choices. Download and print your confirmation page for records.
When will the seat allotment result be published?
The provisional seat allotment result will be published on 24 October 2026. You can download your allotment order between 24–26 October. Document verification and admission reporting happen on 25–26 October.
What documents do I need for the Stray Round?
You need your NEET UG 2026 admit card and scorecard, Class 10 and 12 marksheets and certificates, Bihar domicile certificate, category certificate (if applicable), PwD certificate (if applicable), Aadhaar card, and a recent passport-size photograph. Prepare scanned copies for upload during registration and bring originals for verification at the college.
Is this the last chance to get a medical seat in Bihar for 2026?
Yes. The Stray Vacancy Round is the final admission phase under UGMAC 2026. Any seats remaining unfilled after this round will stay vacant for the session. There will be no further rounds or reopening of seats.
What happens if I do not report to the college after getting an allotment?
If you do not report for document verification and admission on 25–26 October, your seat may be cancelled and offered to the next candidate on the merit list. You will lose your allotted seat.
Act now: register at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in today (19 October) and complete all steps by 21 October 11:59 PM. Review the seat matrix, arrange your documents and fees in advance, and lock your choices carefully. This is your final opportunity to secure an MBBS or BDS seat in Bihar for 2026.
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